CIPS Australia & New Zealand hosts 'Sustainability Management for IT Assets' event

Sustainable procurement is reshaping how organisations across Australia manage suppliers, contracts, and compliance. In this PASA feature, explore the current state of sustainable procurement, emerging challenges, and what it means for procurement professionals. Read the article: https://lnkd.in/gdDDWz7U #SustainableProcurement #ProcurementAustralia #SustainableSupplyChains #Transformed

Important update for procurement teams: From 1st October 2025, the Social Value Model under PPN 002 became mandatory. This means: PPN 002 now applies to all new procurements under the Procurement Act. Where appropriate, PPN 002 also applies to all new procurements under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR). But remember: It does not apply to in-flight procurements where the Social Value themes under PPN 06/20 have been used. It does not apply to call-off orders under frameworks that used the original PPN 06/20 Social Value Model. The Social Value Model remains a vital tool for driving impact. With PPN 002 now in force, it’s more important than ever to make sure procurements are designed with purpose. If you need support embedding meaningful, impactful social value into your procurements, we’re here to help. Contact Mandy Emery: mandy.emery@eoepch.nhs.uk. #Sustainability #SocialValue #NHS #Procurement #GreenerNHS #SocialValue #SocialImpact

Excited for our peer discussion tomorrow, where we will convene our global Peer Network to share how companies are going about embedding sustainability into procurement! While these sessions are for members only (eproj.org/our-community), our free Sustainable Procurement Wheel is available to all procurement professionals! Developed in collaboration with The Sustainable Procurement Pledge ambassadors, this framework curates the best practices and resources in sustainable procurement. Click on a pathway or practice on the wheel to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gCUFRi6S #SustainableProcurement #ResponsibleSourcing #Sustainability #SupplyChain Oliver Hurrey

Another great conversation on #sustainableprocurement ! It is exciting to see that each year these conversations go deeper, moving beyond the why and into the how. Our peer conversation reflected this - how collaborate instead of just mandate, how to move beyond tier 1, how to reduce duplication and focus on the most material issues. It was heartening to see that companies are seeing this work as inevitable and are still pushing ahead despite the rhetoric and the challenges.

Sustainable Procurement: Building Value Beyond Cost Procurement today is not just about price negotiations. It’s about creating long-term value by integrating sustainability and governance into every decision. 🌍 Sustainability: Choosing suppliers who align with environmental and social responsibility. 📊 Governance: Ensuring transparency, compliance, and ethical standards. 🤝 Partnerships: Collaborating with suppliers to innovate and achieve shared goals. By embedding sustainability and governance into procurement, organizations not only reduce risks but also strengthen their reputation and drive sustainable growth.

𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧 Welcome to the third instalment of our Sustainability in Procurement Article Series, a six-week journey exploring how sustainability principles can be embedded throughout every stage of the procurement process. In last week’s article, we examined the role of market research in laying the groundwork for sustainable procurement. We discussed how clarifying internal needs, evaluating supplier capabilities and scanning industry trends help procurement teams and procurers make informed, sustainability-aligned decisions from the outset. This week, we shift our focus to the procurement planning phase, where sustainability objectives move from concept to strategy. Planning is where local government and other organisations have the opportunity to embed sustainability deeply into the procurement lifecycle, through demand analysis, supply market insights and risk assessments. It is not just about identifying environmental opportunities; it is about aligning procurement with long-term social, environmental and economic outcomes. Next week, we will explore how to effectively translate sustainable procurement plans into actionable market strategies. In the meantime, if your organisation is looking for practical support in embedding sustainability into your procurement planning or policy frameworks, please do not hesitate to reach out. Authors: Paul Muscat, Sian Phelps, Kayla Webb and Roman Counson https://lnkd.in/gBVVgdFu #Procurement #Sustainability #Government #Localgovernment #Private

𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐭𝐨 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 Welcome to the fourth instalment of our Sustainability in Procurement Article Series, a six-week article series exploring how sustainability principles can be embedded throughout every stage of the procurement process. In last week’s article, we examined the procurement planning phase, where sustainability objectives move from concept to strategy. We explored how councils and organisations embed sustainability deeply into procurement through demand analysis, supply market insights, and risk assessments, aligning procurement with long-term social, environmental, and economic outcomes. This week, we shift our focus to the critical step of approaching the market. This article provides practical guidance on preparing tender documents that clearly communicate sustainability requirements, including embedding evaluation criteria, KPIs, and contract clauses that require tenderers to address and report on sustainability throughout the procurement process. Next week, we’ll explore how to effectively evaluate sustainability criteria, requirements, and outcomes. In the meantime, if you are looking for practical support in preparing sustainable tender documentation or embedding sustainability into your market approach, please do not hesitate to reach out. Authors: Paul Muscat, Mitchell Trevaskis and Lucy White https://lnkd.in/gPY4q3Zv #Procurement #Sustainability #Government #Localgovernment #Private

𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐭𝐨 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 Welcome to the fourth instalment of our Sustainability in Procurement Article Series, a six-week article series exploring how sustainability principles can be embedded throughout every stage of the procurement process. In last week’s article, we examined the procurement planning phase, where sustainability objectives move from concept to strategy. We explored how councils and organisations embed sustainability deeply into procurement through demand analysis, supply market insights, and risk assessments, aligning procurement with long-term social, environmental, and economic outcomes. This week, we shift our focus to the critical step of approaching the market. This article provides practical guidance on preparing tender documents that clearly communicate sustainability requirements, including embedding evaluation criteria, KPIs, and contract clauses that require tenderers to address and report on sustainability throughout the procurement process. Next week, we’ll explore how to effectively evaluate sustainability criteria, requirements, and outcomes. In the meantime, if you are looking for practical support in preparing sustainable tender documentation or embedding sustainability into your market approach, please do not hesitate to reach out. Authors: Paul Muscat, Mitchell Trevaskis and Lucy White https://lnkd.in/gPY4q3Zv #Procurement #Sustainability #Government #Localgovernment #Private

𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧 Welcome to the third instalment of our Sustainability in Procurement Article Series, a six-week journey exploring how sustainability principles can be embedded throughout every stage of the procurement process. In last week’s article, we examined the role of market research in laying the groundwork for sustainable procurement. We discussed how clarifying internal needs, evaluating supplier capabilities and scanning industry trends help procurement teams and procurers make informed, sustainability-aligned decisions from the outset. This week, we shift our focus to the procurement planning phase, where sustainability objectives move from concept to strategy. Planning is where local government and other organisations have the opportunity to embed sustainability deeply into the procurement lifecycle, through demand analysis, supply market insights and risk assessments. It is not just about identifying environmental opportunities; it is about aligning procurement with long-term social, environmental and economic outcomes. Next week, we will explore how to effectively translate sustainable procurement plans into actionable market strategies. In the meantime, if your organisation is looking for practical support in embedding sustainability into your procurement planning or policy frameworks, please do not hesitate to reach out. Authors: Paul Muscat, Sian Phelps and Roman Counson https://lnkd.in/gdSEt-6q #Procurement #Sustainability #Government #Localgovernment #Private

Green & Sustainable Procurement: Building a Responsible Future Procurement is no longer just about cost and efficiency—it’s about impact. Organizations that integrate sustainability into their purchasing decisions help protect the environment and strengthen long-term business resilience. Key Principles of Green & Sustainable Procurement: ✅ Eco-friendly sourcing – choosing suppliers who reduce carbon footprints ✅ Lifecycle thinking – considering environmental impact from production to disposal ✅ Ethical partnerships – collaborating with vendors who follow fair labor practices ✅ Circular economy focus – promoting reuse, recycling, and minimal waste ✅ Innovation & transparency – using data to track and improve sustainability goals Adopting green procurement is not just a compliance requirement; it’s a competitive advantage—boosting brand reputation, attracting conscious customers, and reducing long-term costs. Companies that act now will lead the transition to a low-carbon economy. #SustainableProcurement #GreenBusiness #SupplyChain #ESG #CircularEconomy #ClimateAction